Chief of staff

Position:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager with 2 to 4 years of experience to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of projects within the specified scope, budget, and timeline. This role requires strong leadership abilities, effective communication skills, and a proven track record of successfully managing projects. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans outlining project scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and budget allocations.

• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, providing guidance, support, and direction as needed.

• Stakeholder Management: Establish and maintain relationships with project stakeholders, keeping them informed of project progress, risks, and changes.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.

• Resource Allocation: Allocate resources effectively to ensure optimal project performance and resource utilization.

• Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure adherence to financial guidelines.

• Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance processes to maintain high standards and meet project requirements.

• Communication: Facilitate effective communication among team members, stakeholders, and management, ensuring clarity and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

• Problem Solving: Address issues and conflicts that arise during project execution promptly and effectively, seeking resolution to minimize disruptions.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, and change requests.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance project delivery efficiency.

• Closure and Evaluation: Ensure proper project closure, including post-project evaluation, lessons learned documentation, and handover of deliverables to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, engineering, or a related field.

• 2-4 years of experience in project management, preferably in a relevant industry.

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate team members.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely.

• Proven track record of successfully managing projects within scope, budget, and schedule constraints.

• Proficiency in project management software and tools, such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Trello.

• PMP or CAPM certification is a plus, but not required

AI/LLM Test Automation Engineer (SDET)

Location: Bangalore (Hybrid preferred)

Experience: 5-8 Years

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer (SDET) with expertise in AI/LLM testing and Azure DevOps CI/CD to build robust automation frameworks for cutting-edge AI applications. The role combines deep programming skills (Java/Python), modern DevOps practices, and specialized LLM testing to ensure high-quality AI product delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks using Java/Python for web, mobile, API, and backend testing.
• Create and manage YAML-based CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for end-to-end testing workflows.
• Perform AI/LLM testing including prompt validation, content generation evaluation, model behavior analysis, and bias detection.
• Write and maintain BDD Cucumber feature files integrated with automation suites.
• Execute manual + automated testing across diverse application layers with focus on edge cases.
• Implement Git branching strategies, code reviews, and repository best practices.
• Track defects and manage test lifecycle using ServiceNow or similar tools.
• Conduct root-cause analysis, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive continuous quality improvements.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

✅ 5+ years SDET/Automation experience

✅ Java/Python scripting for test frameworks (Selenium, REST Assured, Playwright)

✅ Azure DevOps YAML pipelines (CI/CD end-to-end)

✅ AI/LLM testing (prompt engineering, model validation, RAG testing)

✅ Cucumber BDD (Gherkin feature files + step definitions)

✅ Git (branching, PRs, GitFlow)

✅ ServiceNow/Jira defect tracking

✅ Manual + Automation testing (web/mobile/API/backend)

Technical Stack

Programming: Java, Python, JavaScript

CI/CD: Azure DevOps, YAML Pipelines

Testing: Selenium, Playwright, REST Assured, Postman

BDD: Cucumber (Gherkin), JBehave

AI/ML: Prompt validation, LLM APIs (OpenAI, LangChain)

Version Control: Git, GitHub/GitLabDefect

Tracking: ServiceNow, Jira, Azure Boards

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI testing frameworks (LangSmith, Promptfoo)
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of performance testing for AI workloads
• AWS/GCP cloud testing experience
• ISTQB or relevant QA certifications

What We Offer

• Work on next-gen AI/LLM products with global impact
• Modern tech stack with Azure-native DevOps
• Flexible hybrid/remote work model
• Continuous learning opportunities in AI testing

Key Responsibilities:

A. Sales and Business Development:

Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy for the admission business,

targeting Preschools, CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB, and boarding schools within the assigned

territory.

Identify and prioritize target schools and institutions, generating leads through various

channels such as networking, referrals, and online research.

Conduct thorough research on individual schools, understand their admission processes,

pain points, and requirements, and tailor admission sales pitches and product offerings

accordingly.

Engage with school administrators, principals, admission officers, and other stakeholders

to demonstrate the value and benefits of the admission management solutions.

Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to highlight key features and

advantages of the solution.

Develop and negotiate pricing proposals, contracts, and agreements in collaboration with

the sales team and the legal department.

B. Relationship Building and Account Management:

● Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers

● Act as a trusted advisor to schools, providing expert guidance on streamlining

admission processes, enhancing efficiency, and improving the overall admission

experience.

● Conduct regular check-ins with existing customers, address inquiries, and provide

excellent customer service.

● Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within the customer base and

develop strategies to maximize revenue.

C. Area Management:

● Effectively manage and prioritize the assigned area, including travel planning,

scheduling meetings, and optimizing sales routes.

● Attend relevant conferences, trade shows, and educational events to network,

gather market intelligence, and represent the organization.

Requirements:

● Proven experience in sales and business development, preferably within the

education sector, specifically in selling admission management solutions to CBSE,

ICSE, IGCSE, IB, and boarding schools.

● Strong understanding of the admission processes and challenges faced by

educational institutions.

● Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively

engage with school stakeholders at all levels.

● The proactive and results-driven mindset with a track record of meeting or

exceeding sales targets.

● Ability to build and nurture long-term relationships with customers.

● Strong negotiation and closing skills, with attention to detail in contract and

agreement management.

● Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize

tasks effectively.

● Willingness to travel within the assigned territory as required.

·        Qualification: Bachelor’s or master’s in any field.

·        Should have minimum 3-5 years of experience in IT Bench Sales and Recruitment is required.

·        Experience marketing and placing Bench consultants ((H1B, GC, OPT, US Citizen).

·        Proven successful sales record in IT Staffing and Consulting.

·        Industry (Must place a minimum of 2 consultants per month – MUST demonstrate proof of previous Contract C2C placements during the interview).

·        Excellent communication skills.

·        Must have strong US Prime Vendor Relations Only (NO Layers).

·        Experience with full-cycle Contract C2C Sales: vetting requirements from Job Portals, Cold Calling, Identifying the best consultants, Extensive Resume Review before submission, confirming the best   rates for consultants, following up for interview schedules, closing the best deals.

·        Ability to develop a Vendor network and get candidates placed in quick turnaround time.

·        Must have high levels of skill and motivation to search the talent for complex technical requirements.

• Working with Managers to determine hiring needs for the business function team
• Sourcing potential candidates through online channels (e.g. social platforms and professional networks)
• Partnering with Recruiting firms
• Developing a strong relationship with various agencies and work with them to get the right candidates
• Developing strong stakeholder relationships (Hiring Managers) and maintaining effective communication channels
• Designing job descriptions and interview questions that reflect each position’s requirements
• Facilitating the initial conversation with all candidates
• Being the key contact for internal applicants
• Managing internal posting and employee referral programs
• Screening and recommending candidates to hiring managers, handling reference checks, HR round
• Collaborating with stakeholders to improve and streamline the talent acquisitions processes and workflows as we scale the business function teams
• Working closely with business leaders to influence and deliver quality assessment and high-touch candidate experience through all aspects of the recruitment

Desired Candidate Profile

• Graduate or Post-Graduate with 2-4 years of relevant experience in recruiting
• Hands-on experience with recruiting across level with a good understanding of various interview techniques and evaluation methods
• Strong organization, interpersonal and communication skills required
• Ability to deal appropriately with highly confidential information
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Comprehensive knowledge of, and experience with, Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint
• Hands-on experience with Avature or similar ATS is preferred    

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

•  Bachelors or masters in software engineering, Computer Science or other relevant disciplines
•  2+ years experience as a Back-End or Full Stack Developer with hands-on experience working with Python web application development
•  Strong Knowledge in Python v3.x Language
•  Experience in REST APIs with JSON
•  Error handling and Logging 
•  Any DB knowledge 
•  Knowledge on Sumo Logic log aggregation is a plus
• Must know how to produce high quality, “Clean” code that is performant, maintainable and secure

About Anahad:

Anahad is India’s fastest growing chain of branded pharmacies and e-pharmacy, started and run by IIT Bombay Alumni.

At Anahad, our mission is to make genuine medicines reach EVERY INDIAN HOUSEHOLD at Wholesale prices, by leveraging the efficiencies of technology. Working on an audacious mission it becomes important to have people who are smarter than you around. We are funded by some of the coolest investors of Silicon Valley, India and Japan and now want YOU to join our mission.    

Anahad aims to consolidate and build a household brand in a largely unorganised market worth more than 1.5 Lakh Crore. We are looking for dynamic Pharma professionals who are striving to grow fast and create an identity for themselves in the Pharma industry. 

About This Role - HR Manager

HR is the backbone of an organization.

As our HR Manager, you will spearhead the organization’s personnel and human resources department. 

If you are a people’s person with high work ethic, excellent communication skills, knowledge of HR practices, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, we’ve got the job for you.

Job Description:

• Consult with the Founders to develop talent & culture interventions.
• Spearhead HR programs from ideation to execution throughout team members’ lifecycle including talent acquisition, engagement, learning & development, performance management, compensation & benefits management, and operations.
• Coach functional leaders on HR guidelines & practices.
• Support recruitment needs and drive innovative hiring & retention strategies for top tier talent.
• Continuously assess the employee pulse and cultural climate, proactively identifying and resolving issues with various stakeholders.
• Champion a people first approach to deliver an exceptional employee experience
• Audit and update processes to ensure all Anahad-ites have a comprehensive experience and a clear understanding of the values, business, product, culture & practices.
• Define success by establishing goals and KPIs, and implement processes & practices with consistent tracking and reporting methods to boost performance.
• Manage and enhance the performance review process, driving feedback culture, quality of appraisals, and timely closure.
• Should be adept at handling employee relations, boosting employee engagement. And strengthening community-building at work.
• Establish a people strategy that leverages social media to support and attract top talent.
• Collaborate with Administration, Operations, Finance, and logistics teams on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience supporting Founders in a fast-growing organisation with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Minimum 3 years of managing Talent Acquisition - Tech & Business hiring.
• Passionate about innovative HR solutions and process improvement.
• Strong business acumen, problem-solving abilities, and analytical thinking skills.
• Experience in employer branding & crafting employee value propositions.

Why should you join us?

If you are passionate about driving change, here’s an organization that is all set to revolutionize India’s healthcare segment. 

You can be part of this revolution, and part of our mission of saving lives!

Location:- Mumbai

Please note: Only Mumbai-based candidates can apply.

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